A tropical themed baby shower is the perfect shower theme to incorporate bright colors and oversized palm leaves! Pineapples and pretty hot pink flamingos and exotic flowers will also likely make an appearance! A tropical theme sends vibes of family togetherness and love, which is fitting to welcome a new baby into the world. You better put on your grass skirt, because there is a baby shower to plan! Below are a few ideas to get you started!
Tropical Baby Shower Invitations
For a Tropical themed baby shower, we should include exotic flowers like hibiscus, plumeria, or orchids in the invitation design. Choose a color palette that complements the overall theme.
Tropical Themed Invitation Wordings
“Aloha, Baby on the Way”: Combine the Hawaiian greeting with the excitement of the baby’s arrival.
“Tropical Baby Bliss”: Express the joy of the upcoming arrival with a touch of tropical paradise.
“Sun, Sand, and a Sweet Little Hand”: Connect the elements of the beach with the anticipation of holding the newborn’s hand.
“Island of Love, Ocean of Joy”: Play with the imagery of islands and oceans to convey love and joy for the baby.
Tropical Baby Shower Decorations
Transforming the baby shower venue into a tropical paradise can create a vibrant and festive atmosphere. You can combine the rustic with the tropical by using burlap and palm leaf table runners. This adds texture and makes the table visually pleasant. Create signs with tropical-inspired phrases like “Aloha Baby” or “Tropical Vibes Only” to enhance the decor.
Tropical Flower Garlands
Hang garlands made of tropical flowers such as hibiscus, plumeria, and orchids. String them across tables, doorways, or along the edges of the venue.
Palm Leaf Backdrop
Create a backdrop using large palm leaves. You can arrange them on a wall, or hang them from a rod to form a tropical curtain. Add floral accents for extra vibrancy.
Flamingo and Pineapple Centerpieces
Use flamingo figurines and real pineapple as centerpieces for tables. Arrange them with tropical flowers in a vase filled with sand for a beachy touch. If you are going for a modern style look, painting the pineapples in gold would surely impress your guests.
Tropical Balloon Arch
Create a balloon arch using balloons in vibrant tropical colors like pink, orange, and turquoise. Add palm leaves and flower garlands for extra flair.
Bamboo Accents
Incorporate bamboo elements into the decor. Use bamboo table runners, placemats, or vases to add a rustic and tropical feel.
Flamingo Straws
This adorable flamingo straws will add the perfect pop of bright pink to your party. The straws are sold in sets of ten and will be packaged flat for shipping. All you will need to do is simply assemble the tissue paper body and display the straws for your guests to use and see!
Pineapple Garland
This pineapple garland incorporates just the right amount of bright, tropical colors for your party. The garland includes four large pineapples and five palm tree leaves. All of the flags are movable and are strung across sturdy twine. How lovely would this garland look hanging across a display table or hanging along a fence outside?
Tropical Hanging Decorations
These bright-colored hanging decoration kit resemble colorful tropical flowers. You will receive various decorations including pom poms, honeycomb balls, paper lanterns, and paper tissue fans.
Tropical Baby Shower Food & Drink
Hosting a tropical themed baby shower offers the opportunity to showcase a variety of delicious and refreshing foods and drinks. Remember to incorporate tropical themed decorations and serving platters to enhance the overall ambiance of the baby shower. These tropical-inspired foods and drinks will not only tantalize taste buds but also contribute to the festive and exotic atmosphere of the celebration.
Fresh Fruit Skewers
Create colorful fruit skewers with a mix of tropical fruits such as pineapple chunks, mango slices, kiwi, and strawberries.
Hawaiian Chicken Skewers
Grill or bake chicken skewers with a Hawaiian glaze made from pineapple juice, soy sauce, and brown sugar.
Chicken Salad Wraps
Fill tortillas with chicken salad made with shredded chicken, pineapple chunks, coconut, and a light mayo dressing.
Coconut Macaroons
Bake or purchase some coconut macaroons and drizzle them with dark chocolate for a delightful tropical dessert.
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Bites
Serve mini pineapple upside-down cakes for a bite-sized tropical treat.
Pineapple Drink Station
Set up a pineapple-themed drink station with tropical fruit punch, and pineapple garnishes.
Pineapple Cupcake Toppers
These pineapple tops cupcake toppers are sure to fit in with the theme. These are printable files so they are perfect for last minute decoration. The toppers would make an excellent addition to yellow icing cupcakes or other finger food items.
Tropical Baby Shower Games
Create bingo cards with different tropical fruits instead of numbers. Examples of fruits to include are pineapple, mango, papaya, kiwi, coconut, and banana. Draw fruit names randomly from a bowl and have guests mark off the corresponding fruit on their bingo cards. The first guest to get a line or pattern filled shouts “Tropical Bingo!” and wins a prize.
Tropical Baby Shower Favors
Send guests home with a touch of the tropics by offering tropical-themed baby shower favors. Tropical scented candles, mini potted succulents/tropical flower plants, or a customized tropical lip balm are some great ideas.
Tropical Themed Party Collection
Beautiful Tropical themed baby shower events by so many amazing event planners! You can find the planner’s name below each image. I hope you get some inspiration.
